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Gov Diri National Scrabble Classic gets N6.5m price tag

Posted : 24 July 2024

The organizers of the Governor Douye Diri National Scrabble Championship have confirmed that the fourth edition will be held from August 23-25, 2024.


The three-day classic, which usually attracts national and international Scrabble stars, is scheduled to take place at the Chief Dappa Biriye Conference Centre of the Golden Tulip Hotel in Onopa, Yenagoa.


The Chairman of the Bayelsa State Scrabble Association (BYSA), Daniel Alabrah, confirmed the new dates after consultations with the Nigeria Scrabble Federation (NSF).


Alabrah stated that the championship was initially scheduled for July 27 and 28 but had to be shifted due to logistical reasons.


He mentioned that preparations are underway to deliver a seamless tournament, aiming to make it one of the best since its inception in 2021.


This edition will feature five categories: Masters, Intermediate, Veterans, Opens, and Secondary School Students based in Bayelsa State.


There will also be special prizes for female players.


Alabrah disclosed that the total prize money for this edition is N6.5 million, with the "Most Valuable Player" in the Masters category receiving the N750,000 star prize and a trophy.


“The Governor Diri Scrabble Classic has become the biggest tournament on the NSF calendar and attracts our country’s top players who are dominating the local, African, and international circuits.


“This fourth edition promises to be even bigger, as the prize money has been increased to N6.5 million for the top four categories. The winner of the Masters will take home the star prize of N750,000 and a giant trophy. This prize was N500,000 in the previous three editions,” he said.


The BYSA chairman commended Governor Diri’s passion for all-round sports development, which has seen Bayelsa become a sporting hub in the South-South region and the entire country.


He noted that the governor continues to support and develop sports beyond football, and the state benefits from outstanding performances at major national competitions.


Alabrah further stated that registration and other details will be communicated through the NSF and other Scrabble platforms on social media.

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